2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 148 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Mark II | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Mark II | Touran |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |